Library Clerk III

Elgin Community College•Elgin, IL

4d•$17 - $19

About The Position

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie. Work Schedule: Up to 25 hours. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Rate of Pay: This is a Part-Time Support Staff position at grade 9, with an hourly pay rate of $16.64 to $19.18. The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable. Benefits: Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b) Paid Time Off Professional Development/Expense Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Grant Funded: No Job Summary: Provide support to library patrons at the circulation desk. Assist patrons in the use of library services. Maintain patron records in computer system.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Two years library experience, including familiarity with library automation system.
Basic computer experience.
Strong customer service skills.
Keyboarding

Responsibilities

Check in and check out library materials, place item holds and renew materials.
Enter and update patron records in the library computer system.
Check on availability of library materials, assist patrons in locating library materials and refer patrons to reference librarians when needed.
Accept fines and maintain fine records in accordance with library policies and procedures.
Work with patron records and student accounts concerning student library restrictions.
Use campus computer system to remove or modify student restrictions.
Maintain appearance of the library; arrange shelved materials in proper order.
Assist in supervision, maintenance, and use of computers, printers and copy machines.
May assist technical processing specialist in the process of book ordering, updating records, etc.
May assist librarian in processing inter-library loan tasks using online computer systems.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.
Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.